During this challenging time, we will do our best to keep the community updated about our libraries through this guide.
YU Libraries are presently open for current students, faculty, staff and alumni/ae at the Beren and Wilf Campuses.
Alumni/ae must first register with and present proof that they are fully vaccinated to the Office of Alumni Affairs.
For alumni/ae access updates for the Cardozo School of Law (Brookdale Center), please contact the Cardozo Alumni Office.
Here is a current list of services available to YU Students and Faculty, in addition to on-site library usage:
Meet with a Librarian virtually -- Schedule a meeting with a YU librarian for your research and course needs via Zoom or phone.
Live Chat -- with a YU librarian in real time regarding your library needs (Sunday, 12:00 - 6:00 pm; Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm; Friday; 9:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Online renewals -- Books can be renewed online.
Scan Services -- Limited selections from our print holdings (select chapters and articles) can be requested by webform and will be emailed.
Interlibrary Loan -- Request articles and books that are not available via YU electronic or on-site resources.
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Can I use the library on-site? Yes! Students, faculty, staff, and approved alumni/ae with current YU IDs have access to the YU Libraries. We will continue to provide Scan services, virtual reference and other services for on and off campus users. At present the libraries are not open to guests at this time.
Can I contact a librarian for assistance with my research needs?
Yes! YU librarians are eager to provide research assistance for identifying the information resources you need – they are available via live chat or you can fill out our Ask Us! form and someone will get back to you. You can also set up a research appointment with a librarian.
How can I access materials while off-site?
Yeshiva University subscribes to numerous databases and materials including full-text journal articles, e-books and more. To search for materials in print and electronic format, visit YU Libraries. More information about logging into YU resources off-site are available here.
I really need a book that is on campus, is there any way to obtain it?
Yes, the libraries are open and current students, faculty and staff with current YU IDs will have access to YU on-site collections.
My book is overdue. What should I do?
Books can be renewed online. The libraries are open for services, including book returns and renewals.
I don’t think the libraries have an article or a book that I am looking for. Can I get it from another institution?
Articles not found at the YU Libraries can be requested through interlibrary loan.
I haven’t searched for anything in the library before. Where do I begin?
A great starting point is our Library Research Jump Start guide. You can also connect to a librarian via chat or email.
I borrowed a book via Interlibrary Loan which will soon become due (or it is already overdue), what is my next step?
Please email our interlibrary loan librarian at interlibraryloan@yu.edu for more information.
What should I do if my password doesn't work?
For issues with passwords, contact the academic computing department.
I need a selection from a book or an article from a journal that is held by the University Libraries, how may I access or request it?
Yes, our scan service will make available limited selections from our print holdings and this service is available for current YU students, faculty and staff.
